In Identification of Mycobacterial Isolates, the Niacin Test Involves

question 16

Multiple Choice

In identification of mycobacterial isolates, the niacin test involves

• A)the accumulation of niacin in the medium in which the organism is growing.
• B)the metabolism of niacin to nicotinic acid by enzymatic action.
• C)testing the isolate for susceptibility to niacin.
• D)utilization of niacin in metabolic pathways to produce nicotinic acid.

---

Definitions:

Overconsumption

The excessive use of resources or consumption of goods beyond what is sustainable or necessary, often leading to environmental and economic imbalance.

Public Insurance

Insurance programs provided or mandated by the government to offer protection against certain risks to its citizens.

Budget Constraints

The limitations on the purchase of goods and services imposed by a budget, reflecting the trade-off between different goods given limited resources.

National Regulators

Authorities or governmental agencies responsible for overseeing and regulating specific industries or sectors within a country to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.